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Britney
BRIHT-nee
Britney (name) means a female given name, a variant of Brittany. Example: “She named her daughter Britney after her favorite singer.”
name
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A female given name, a variant of Brittany.
"She named her daughter Britney after her favorite singer."
noun
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British slang for beer, from rhyming slang on the name Britney Spears.
"Fancy grabbing a few britneys after work?"
How to use Britney
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly a personal name; in British slang it can also mean "beer," from rhyming slang.
When to use it
The slang "beer" sense is very informal and mainly UK usage.
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Etymology
The slang sense comes from rhyming slang: "Britney Spears" rhymes with "beers."
Rhymes for Britney
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What does “Britney” mean?
The word “Britney” means a female given name, a variant of Brittany. In plain terms, mainly a personal name; in British slang it can also mean "beer," from rhyming slang.
How do you pronounce “Britney”?
“Britney” is pronounced BRIHT-nee (/ˈbɹɪtni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Britney” in a sentence?
Here is “Britney” used in a sentence: “She named her daughter Britney after her favorite singer.”
What part of speech is “Britney”?
Depending on how it is used, “Britney” can be a name and a noun.
Is “Britney” a common word?
“Britney” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Britney” have?
“Britney” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name, a variant of Brittany.
